Family

The Riverfront's panto offers two hours full of song, dance, drama and fun for all the family.

Trouble is brewing at Newport Abbey. The Evil Dowager Aunt Draig (Lowri-Ann Richards) is searching for the missing Princess (Alice Rose Fletcher). Lord Griffin of Newport (Michael Geary) and his son the right honourable Dylan (Jack Ayres) with help from Mrs Midges the Housekeeper (Liam Tobin), Muddles the Gardener (Richard Elis) and Chortwood the mysterious Butler (Richard Nichols) make sure that true love wins out in the end.

Friday 21 December at 11.30am & 5pmSaturday 22 December at 11.30amSunday 23 December at 11.30amMonday 24 December at 11.30am Running time – 85 minutes

The Muppets perform the classic Dickens Christmas tale, with Kermit the Frog playing Bob Cratchit, the put-upon clerk of stingy Ebenezer Scrooge (Michael Caine). Other Muppets -- Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear and Sam the Eagle -- weave in and out of the story, while Scrooge receives visits from spirits of three Christmases -- past, present and future. They show him the error of his self-serving ways, but the miserable old man seems to be past any hope of redemption and happiness.

Saturday 22 December at 2pm & 5pmSunday 23 December at 2pm & 5pmMonday 24 December at 2pm & 5pm

All tickets £4

130 minutes

Director – Frank Capra

Starring – James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore

George Bailey has so many problems heis thinking about ending it all - and it's Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence - who then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn't been for all his good deeds over the years.

Tickets - £8, family of four - £28 (this offer will apply automatically in your basket)

The Comedy Club 4 Kids gets the best stand-ups and sketch acts from the international circuit to do their thing for an audience of children (aged 6+) and their families… but without the rude bits!

The show is family friendly, but without any patronising idiocy. In fact, it's just like a normal comedy club, but it's on in the day, kids are allowed in, and thus there is a higher than usual chance of the entire audience claiming to be called Bob.

"A highlight for children in recent years, giving them a taste of some of the biggest names in comedy... with the fun, rowdy feel of a real comedy club" – The Guardian

A great opportunity for your children to enjoy their favourite pastime but also be social! Sharing the experience of Minecraft with others, doubles the fun!.. and its all done in a safe OFF LINE environment. Children get the opportunity to JOIN WORLDS and work in teams to complete a number of exciting challenges.

Running time – approximately 75 minutes with a meet and greet book signing after the show

Suitable for everyone 4 years and above

A family-friendly, fun filled draw-along for all ages.

Join acclaimed children’s writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt and draw along with him! He'll be showing you how to sketch favourite characters like Tracy Beaker and Timothy Pope, sharing ways of creating fantastic creatures like dragons and unicorns, and giving loads of top tips. And to celebrate his latest book 'Nice Work for the Cat and the King' everything will have a special 'royal' twist!

Nick has illustrated close to 260 books. He’s worked with authors including Julia Donaldson, Michael Rosen and Kes Gray, and his books include You Choose, Shark in the Park and Pants. He's also the illustrator of Dame Jacqueline Wilson’s phenomenally popular children's novels. He's been awarded a gold Blue Peter badge too!

Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on and expect plenty of chances to join in.

In English Friday at 5.30pm and Saturday at 2.30pm & In Welsh Saturday at 11.30am

Tickets - £10, family of four - £38

Join Rapunzel, her Mam, and her new friend Daf in the forest as they set off on an adventure, for which they’ll need your help.

Inspired by the story of Rapunzel, The Girl with Incredibly Long Hair will take you to the heart of the forest, to be immersed in its sights, sounds and smells, with the story unfolding all around you.

The Girl with Incredibly Long Hair is a new family show from We Made This which reimagines the story of Rapunzel for our times, and promises an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Rala Rwdins returns to Wales’ theatres! Rwtsh Ratsh Rala Rwdins was Arad Goch’s very first production and to celebrate the company’s 30th birthday, we’re taking it on tour once again! Join the adventure in the land of Rwla, as our favourite characters try to solve Dewin Dwl’s big secret! Written by the award winning author of the series Angharad Tomos and directed by Jeremy Turner.